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  • Page 1 Active wheelchair User manual...
  • Page 2 This product complies with Directive 93/42/ EEC concerning medical devices. © Küschall AG, Switzerland Every e ort has been made to ensure that the contents of this publication are fully up-to-date at the time of going to print. As part of its ongoing improvement of products, Küschall® AG re- serves the right to modify existing models at any time.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ! Compact Contents Contents     General     Set-up     Information about the User Manual     Using the wheelchair     Symbols     Safety information     Guarantee     Braking during use     Service life  ...
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  • Page 5: General

    ! Compact General IMPORTANT 1 General Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided. 1.1 Information about the User Manual Tips and recommendations Thank you for choosing a Küschall® wheelchair. Gives useful tips, recommendations and information This User Manual contains important information about using for efficient, trouble-free use.

  • Page 6: Service Life

    General" " !Compact arising from the rectification of defects such as freight and travel expenses, labour costs, fees etc. Term of the guarantee The term of the guarantee is 24 months. The frame is guaranteed for 5 years. Wearing parts are not covered by the guarantee.

  • Page 7: Safety

    Safety !Compact WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of 2 Safety control At high speed you could lose control of your This section contains important safety information for the wheelchair and overturn. protection of the wheelchair user and assistant and for safe, - Never exceed a speed of 7 km/h.

  • Page 8: Safety Devices

    Safety" " !Compact WARNING! Any other or incorrect use of the wheelchair could lead to hazardous situations. 2.3 Safety devices WARNING! Risk of accidents Safety devices that are incorrectly set or no longer working (brakes, antitipper) can cause accidents. - Always check that the safety devices are working before you use the wheelchair and have them checked regularly by the specialist dealer.

  • Page 9: Technical Data

    ! Compact Technical data 3 Technical data 3.1 Dimensions and weight Seat width (SB) Seat depth (ST) 280–500 mm 320-500 mm Lower leg length Seat height front (UL) 200-500 mm (SHv) 430–530 mm Seat height rear Backrest height (RH) (SHh) 390–500 mm 300–510 mm...

  • Page 10: Environmental Conditions

    Technical data" " !Compact 3.2 Environmental conditions 3.4 Identification label Do not expose the wheelchair to temperatures below -20°C or The identification label is attached to the frame of your above 40°C. wheelchair and gives the following information: 3.3 Tyre pressure...

  • Page 11: Components And Their Function

    Frame Seat Clothes-guard Short description The Küschall Compact is a folding active wheelchair with cross struts and swivelling leg rests. The equipment of your wheelchair may differ from the diagram as each wheelchair is manufactured individually to the specifications in the order.

  • Page 12: Parking Brakes

    Components and their function" " !Compact Standard push brake 4.2 Parking brakes The parking brakes are used to immobilise the wheelchair when it is stationary to prevent it from rolling away. WARNING! Risk of overturning if you brake sharply If you apply the parking brakes while you are...

  • Page 13: Backrest Cover

    ! Compact Components and their function Performance brake 4.3 Backrest cover You can adjust the tension of the backrest cover as required. Adjusting the backrest cover To apply the brake, push the brake lever forwards as far as possible. To release the brake, pull the brake lever backwards.

  • Page 14: Hingedown Back (Optional)

    Components and their function" " !Compact IMPORTANT 4.5 Push handles Do not overtighten the bands; this is to ensure that IMPORTANT the geometry of the wheelchair is not changed. Always check the push handles before using the wheelchair, as to whether the hand grips are secure, IMPORTANT cannot be turned and cannot be pulled off.

  • Page 15: Stabilising Bar For The Back (Optional)

    ! Compact Components and their function IMPORTANT IMPORTANT Make sure that the push handle does actually Do not use the stabilising bar to lift or push the engage so that it does not accidentally fold down wheelchair. It could break.

  • Page 16: Sides

    Components and their function" " !Compact Fold it downwards. Adjusting the height 4.7 Sides Tip the lever ! on the front of the support and move the Siderest in the frame colour, height adjustable, armrest upwards or downwards until you reach the desired height.
  • Page 17 ! Compact Components and their function Folding Siderest, infinitely height adjustable Push the grey grip ! and fold the siderest back. Removing Fold the siderest back and pull it up out of the holder on the back. Fitting Insert the siderest from above into the holder on the back.

  • Page 18: Antitipper

    Components and their function" " !Compact Simple armrest, height-adjustable, swivelling 4.8 Antitipper An antitipper prevents the wheelchair from tipping backwards. WARNING! Risk of overturning Antitippers that are incorrectly set or no longer working can lead to overturning. - Always check that the antitipper is working before using the wheelchair and have it set or readjusted by a specialist dealer when required.

  • Page 19: Swivelling Leg Rests

    ! Compact Components and their function Swivelling CAUTION! Risk of tipping Activate the release lever ! and swivel the leg rests to the An activated antitipper can catch when negotiating a step or an edge. outside. - Always deactivate the antitipper before driving Swivelling forwards over a step or kerb.

  • Page 20: Air Pump

    Components and their function" " !Compact Fitting a safety belt IMPORTANT Hold the wheelchair by the push handles. Safety belts must be fitted by a specialist dealer. Press the tipper aid with your foot and hold the Opening the safety belt...

  • Page 21: Passive Illumination

    ! Compact Components and their function Passive illumination You can attach reflectors to the rear wheels. Cane holder Place the cane in the holder. Fix the top of the cane to the backrest. CAUTION! Risk of overturning The cane holder must not project beyond the external diameter of the rear wheel.

  • Page 22: Luggage Carrier

    Components and their function" " !Compact Repeat the process on the other side. Prior to removing the rear wheels, the distance between the lowered transit wheels and the floor should not be more than 2 cm. Switching from transit wheels to rear wheels Move the wheelchair to a stable object, which you can use for support and hold onto it firmly with one hand.

  • Page 23: Set-Up

    !Compact Set up 5 Set-up CAUTION! Before using the wheelchair, check its general condition and its main functions. (See Section 8 – Maintenance) Your specialist dealer will supply your wheelchair ready for use. Your dealer will explain the main functions and ensure...

  • Page 24: Using The Wheelchair

    Using the wheelchair" " !Compact 6.2 Braking during use 6 Using the wheelchair Whilst you are moving, you brake by transferring force to the handrim with your hands. 6.1 Safety information Hold the handrims and press evenly with both hands until CAUTION! Risk of crushing the wheelchair stops.

  • Page 25: Getting In And Out Of The Wheelchair

    ! Compact Using the wheelchair Braking with an assistant 6.3 Getting in and out of the wheelchair With an assistant’s brake (drum brake) an assistant can brake WARNING! Risk of overturning the wheelchair while it is moving. The assistant’s brake can There is a high risk of overturning during the also be used as a parking brake.

  • Page 26: Driving And Steering The Wheelchair

    Using the wheelchair" " !Compact Hold the wheelchair and, if necessary, also hold a fixed Finding the tipping point object in the vicinity. 6.4 Driving and steering the wheelchair You drive and steer the wheelchair using the handrims. Before driving without an assistant you must find your wheelchair’s tipping point.

  • Page 27: Negotiating Steps And Kerbs

    ! Compact Using the wheelchair 6.5 Negotiating steps and kerbs With an assistant WARNING! Risk of overturning When negotiating steps you could lose your balance and tip the wheelchair over. - Always approach steps and kerbs slowly and carefully. - Do not go up or down steps that are higher than 25...

  • Page 28: Going Up And Down Stairs

    Using the wheelchair" " !Compact Going up a step Move the wheelchair backwards until the rear wheels touch the kerb. The assistant should tilt the wheelchair using both push handles so that the front wheels lift off the ground, then pull the rear wheels over the kerb until the front wheels can be placed back on the ground.

  • Page 29: Negotiating Ramps And Slopes

    ! Compact Using the wheelchair 6.7 Negotiating ramps and slopes WARNING! Risk due to wheelchair being out of control When negotiating slopes or gradients your wheelchair could tip backwards, forwards or sideways. - Always have an assistant behind the wheelchair when approaching long slopes.
  • Page 30 Using the wheelchair" " !Compact Going up slopes To go up a slope, you must create some momentum, keep up the momentum and control the direction at the same time. Lean back and carefully allow the handrims to run through your hands. You should be able to stop the wheelchair at any time by gripping the handrims.

  • Page 31: Stability And Balance When Seated

    ! Compact Using the wheelchair 6.8 Stability and balance when seated Some everyday activities and actions require you to lean forwards, sideways or backwards out of the wheelchair. This has a major effect on the wheelchair’s stability. To keep your...
  • Page 32 Using the wheelchair" " !Compact Reaching backwards WARNING! Risk of falling out If you lean too far backwards you could tip your wheelchair over. Do not lean out over the backrest. Use an antitipper device. Point the front wheels forwards.

  • Page 33: Transport

    ! Compact Transport 7.2 Folding and unfolding the wheelchair 7 Transport IMPORTANT 7.1 Safety information Do not fold and unfold the wheelchair when the back is hinged down. WARNING! Risk of injury if wheelchair is not Folding the wheelchair secured during transport...

  • Page 34: Unfolding The Wheelchair

    Transport" " !Compact Unfolding the wheelchair Remove the seat cushion. Fold the footrests upwards. CAUTION! Risk of getting fingers caught Pull the seat cover upwards. There is a risk of getting your fingers caught Now you can fold the backrest down, if your wheelchair is between the seat edge and the frame.

  • Page 35: Removing And Fitting The Rear Wheels

    ! Compact Transport Position the wheelchair next to you. If the back is down, fold it up. Tilt the wheelchair, if possible, gently towards you. With your hand flat, press the seat edge closest to you, so that the seat surface flattens out.
  • Page 36 Transport" " !Compact Fitting the rear wheels Release the brakes. With one hand, hold the wheelchair upright. With the other hand, hold the spokes around the wheel hub. Press the removable axle button with your thumb and hold it down.

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    ! Compact Maintenance Check the tyre pressure 8 Maintenance Check the tyre pressure (! Pressure table in Section 3 - Technical data). 8.1 Maintenance schedule Inflate the tyres to the required pressure. To ensure safe and reliable operation, carry out the following Check the tyre tread at the same time.

  • Page 38: Spare Parts

    Maintenance" " !Compact Check that the bolts are tight (on the front wheel Repairing or changing an inner tube supporter, footrest, seat cover, sides, adapter plate, Remove the rear wheel and release any air from the inner backrest). tube. Tighten any loose bolts.

  • Page 39: Cleaning

    ! Compact Maintenance 8.2 Cleaning Your wheelchair will serve you well for many years if you clean it regularly. IMPORTANT! Sand and seawater can damage the bearings and steel parts can rust if the surface is damaged. Only expose the wheelchair to sand and seawater for short periods and clean it after every trip to the beach.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting" " !Compact 9 Troubleshooting Faults may arise as a result of daily use, adjustments or changing demands on the wheelchair. The table below shows how to identify and repair faults. CAUTION! Contact your specialist dealer immediately if you notice a fault with your wheelchair, e.g. a significant change in handling.

  • Page 41: Identifying And Repairing Faults

    Troubleshooting !Compact 9.1 Identifying and repairing faults Fault Possible cause Action The wheelchair does not Incorrect tyre pressure on one rear wheel Correct tyre pressure (!Section 3 - Technical data) straight line travel in a One or more spokes broken...

  • Page 42: After Use

    After use" " !Compact After use 10.1 Re-use The wheelchair is suitable for re-use. The following actions should be taken: Cleaning and disinfection according to Section 8 - Cleaning in this manual. Inspection according to Chapter 8 - Maintenance schedule in this manual.
  • Page 43 küschall® distributors Belgium & Luxemburg: Danmark: Deutschland: Deutschland: European Distributor Organisation: España: France: Ireland: Italia: Nederland: Norge: Österreich: Portugal: Sverige & Suomi: Switzerland: United Kingdom:...
  • Page 44 Küschall AG Benkenstrasse 260 CH-4108 Witterswil kueschall@invacare.com www.kueschall.com...

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